It all began with a childhood memory—a longing for a comforting,hearty breakfast that the locals called pinole, handed down for generations in a remote village in Honduras. Unhappy with the processed foods we kept finding on grocery shelves which were devoid of natural wholesomeness and goodness, we decided to embark on a journey that would change our lives forever….

If you’ve heard of pinole (pronounced pih-nol), it’s probably because of the Tarahumara Indians – a near mythical tribe that lives deep in the Copper Canyons of Mexico and who were popularized in the book Born to Run. The Tarahumara are considered the world’s greatest endurance athletes because of their ability to run hundreds of […]

We all know the saying “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day“. But, did you know there’s an entire month dedicated to commemorating it? Well there is! And it’s now! So, how did Hot Breakfast Month start? It began as a way to encourage people to have more nutritious and filling breakfasts. Having […]

We are thrilled to announce that we have been selected by Rabobank and RocketSpace for the second cohort of TERRA, the prestigious Food + Ag Tech Accelerator. TERRA is a one-of-a-kind program designed to bring together the industry’s most disruptive start-ups and partner them with progressive corporate leaders to fuel cross-industry innovation. Corporate collaborators include industry […]

Attention all chocolate lovers! We have a new treat to excite your taste buds! Not sure what to bring to that upcoming holiday party? Have family coming over and need something quick and easy? Well look no further! Our chefs have whipped up the perfect recipe that is delicious AND nutritious! Introducing Purely Pinole Chocolate Dessert […]

Purely Pinole Recognized as Pioneer in the Future of Food FoodBytes! Austin, TX, Presented by Rabobank Team Purely Pinole will head to Austin, Texas on September 25-26 to a premier gathering of some of the top leaders in the Food & Beverage industry. Founded as part of Rabobank’s Banking for Food (B4F) vision to build a more sustainable food […]

The Newest and Most Innovative Natural & Organic Options the Food Industry Has to Offer: My Personal Fave! Guest Blog Post by Elise Deming, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Elise Deming is a registered Retail Dietitian Nutritionist in N.J. For more nutrition tips and recipes, visit her Instagram account @eat.with.elise. Originally posted on Philly.com At the Specialty Food Show last month […]

Make sure to set your DVR* and tune in to Los Angeles’ hottest new lifestyle show, “This Is LA!”, showcasing the best new places, products, and people in Los Angeles. This Sunday, Purely Pinole will be featured on the show in a one-on-one sit down with Host Mischa Pollack. Chosen as one of the most exciting new food trends […]

Kickstarting Your Day with the Power of Pinole Just Got Easier! We are excited to announce the launch of Purely Pinole Grab & Go Snack Cups. Powerfully nutritious, each tasty cup delivers a wholesome, energizing snack that is fast, convenient, and mouthwatering delicious! Purely Pinole ancient breakfast blends have been shaking up the hot breakfast category […]

The countdown has begun! There’s less than 1 week left until the kickoff of Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, California (March 8-12)! Expo West is the largest food and beverage show in North America. Each year over 70,0000 attendees come to sample delicious new foods and find out “what’s next”. Our team is proud to […]

We are thrilled to announce that our entire line of Purely Pinole power breakfast cereals are now officially Non-GMO Project Verified! Like the Non-GMO Project, we at Native State Foods believe wholeheartedly in providing consumers with a transparent marketplace experience. Our personal commitment to seed-to-shelf responsibility means we are dedicated to the integrity and quality of our […]

We have teamed up with the cooking app SideChef to develop exciting new recipes for Purely Pinole!! We can’t wait for everyone to try these creative and delicious recipes which show just how versatile Purely Pinole can be. It’s the kitchen staple you MUST have! SideChef is a step by step cooking app that features […]

Our friends over at Thrive Market wrote an amazing article about our pinole and the impact it’s having on your breakfast. Dating back centuries, the Tarahumara people of Mexico have been consuming pinole from the very beginning. These men and women have running in their blood and have the ability to run for several hundred […]